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Mexx Fresh Man — a 2011 fragrance that needs no introduction. By character, a masculine fragrance drawing from the fruit and spicy families. By character, it falls into the fruit and spicy groups. Part of the Mexx Fresh collection, available as eau de toilette.
It carries a moderate sillage, leaving a trail that lingers pleasantly in the air. For skin application, 4 and more sprays is the sweet spot. The longevity of this fragrance is moderate — exactly what most occasions call for. The home of this fragrance is the Netherlands. A rich, layered composition that reveals itself differently depending on your mood and the time of day.
The fragrance has medium longevity and lasts on the skin for about 5-6 hours, gradually revealing its notes and leaving a pleasant impression
It can be felt in close proximity, but does not attract the attention of those around you
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
A light and elegant fragrance with harmonious richness—the perfect balance between the depth of eau de parfum and the freshness of cologne
Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months
The note pyramid of Mexx Fresh Man evolves as a living composition, where notes flow without rush and without gaps. The creative approach of Mexx is clear in details that define the fragrance identity. No excess details, only what works, and the structure feels complete all the way through. Eau de toilette keeps the depth and body this composition needs.
At the note-group layer the composition is built around Fruit, Spicy and Ambery. Within olfactory families the scent maps to Fruit and Spicy.
In the first seconds you sense juicy fruity top note: Passion fruit.
In the central layer you meet Coriander and Nutmeg keeping a spicy-aromatic direction. In what remains on skin the line is anchored through Ambergris, shaping a deep amber trail.
The accord profile is shaped by these accords: Fruit, Amber and Spicy without random overlap. The profile is masculine, which clarifies the composition character. For persistence Middle points to a sustained drydown presence. In diffusion Middle describes the way the scent radiates.
In summary Mexx Fresh Man holds a coherent structure — the opening sets direction, the heart develops the core line, while the drydown anchors the memory. This is the type of composition best judged on skin.
| Gender | Male |
| Brand | Mexx |
| Segment | Premium perfumery |
| Country | Netherlands |
| Website | http://www.mexx.com |
| Year of production | 2011 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de toilette |
| License holder | Coty Inc. |
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